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Search Results: keywords:"legislative resolution"

H. RES. 327 — Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to the operations of the Social Security Administration after March 12, 2025, including information on the Department of Government Efficiency’s access to the Social Security Administration and to information in the possession of such Administration.
April 10, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:518
H. RES. 327 is a resolution requesting that the President of the United States provide certain information to the House of Representatives regarding the Social Security Administration's operations after March 12, 2025. The resolution particularly seeks details about new...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 327 is like a big request asking the President to share information about how Social Security is working now, especially about any new rules or changes like stopping phone applications and making people go to offices. This is to see how these changes might make it harder for people to get help.
H. RES. 174 — Impeaching Amir Hatem Mahdy Ali, a judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
February 27, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:661
H. RES. 174 is a resolution from the 119th Congress, first session, proposing the impeachment of Amir Hatem Mahdy Ali, a judge from the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. The resolution accuses Judge Ali of engaging in actions incompatible with the duties of a federal...
Simple Explanation
In 2025, some people wanted a judge named Amir Hatem Mahdy Ali to lose his job because they believed he didn't do his work fairly when he disagreed with something the President wanted to do. They said the judge wasn't honest and didn't use the rules correctly, so they thought he shouldn't be a judge anymore.
H. RES. 976 — Recognizing the roles and the contributions of Americas Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and their critical role in providing quality health care for the public and the Nations Armed Forces for more than 150 years, through multiple public health emergencies, and beyond.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:243
H. RES. 976 is a resolution recognizing the important role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) in providing healthcare to the public and the Armed Forces for over 150 years. It highlights that CRNAs deliver anesthesia safely to millions of patients annually and...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 976 is a special message that celebrates the important work of nurses who help people sleep during operations. These nurses have been taking care of patients for a very long time and are especially important in helping people where doctors might not be available.
H. RES. 1336 — Calling on Vice President Kamala D. Harris to convene and mobilize the principal officers of the executive departments of the Cabinet to activate section 4 of the 25th Amendment to declare President Joseph R. Biden incapable of executing the duties of his office and to immediately exercise powers as Acting President.
June 28, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:266
The resolution, H. RES. 1336, calls on Vice President Kamala D. Harris to take action under the 25th Amendment to declare President Joseph R. Biden unable to perform his duties as President of the United States. The resolution urges her to gather the Cabinet's principal...
Simple Explanation
The bill is asking Vice President Kamala Harris to work with government leaders to decide if President Biden can't do his job, and then take over as Acting President if they agree. It doesn't say exactly how they should decide if he can't do his job, which could cause confusion or arguments.
S. RES. 181 — Designating the week of April 14 through April 20, 2025, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week.
April 10, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:185
S. RES. 181 is a resolution proposed in the U.S. Senate to designate the week of April 14 through April 20, 2025, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week." This resolution highlights the significance of osteopathic medicine, recognizing over 150 years of contributions by...
Simple Explanation
This bill says that from April 14 to April 20, 2025, everyone should celebrate "National Osteopathic Medicine Week" to recognize doctors who use a special kind of medicine that takes care of people's whole body.
H. RES. 1100 — Commending and congratulating the 100-year anniversary of Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina.
March 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:226
H. RES. 1100 is a resolution proposed in the House of Representatives to acknowledge and celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Duke University, established in Durham, North Carolina, on December 11, 1924. The resolution outlines Duke's historical contributions, such as...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like a special birthday card from Congress to Duke University for turning 100 years old, saying how awesome they are because they're really good at sports, medicine, and teaching lots of people. Some people think it's like giving one school a special sticker, which might not be fair if other schools don't get one too.
H. J. RES. 26 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles—Phase 3.
January 22, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:203
H. J. RES. 26 is a joint resolution that expresses Congress's disapproval of a specific rule from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This rule pertains to the "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles—Phase 3," which was listed in the Federal...
Simple Explanation
Congress is thinking about blocking a new rule that was going to make trucks and big vehicles pollute less. If they block it, the rule won't happen, but they're not saying why or what will happen next.
H. RES. 1615 — Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2024.
December 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:195
H. RES. 1615 acknowledges Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2024, by appreciating the critical role athletic administrators play in education. The resolution highlights their contributions to student development in various aspects such as physical,...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1615 is a special thank-you note from Congress to school sports organizers for all their hard work in keeping school sports fun and safe. It also gives a big shoutout to an important group that helps these organizers do their job well.
H. J. RES. 33 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E–Rate Program.
February 04, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:197
H. J. RES. 33 is a resolution that expresses Congress's disapproval of a specific rule introduced by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The rule in question is related to the FCC's efforts to address the "Homework Gap" through the E-Rate Program, which was published on August 20,...
Simple Explanation
Congress is saying "no" to a new rule from the FCC about helping kids get internet for homework. They don't say why, but now the rule won't count anymore.
H. RES. 56 — Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22d day of January each year.
January 22, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:246
H. RES. 56 proposes to honor unborn children by lowering the United States flag to half-staff each year on January 22. This date marks the anniversary of the 1973 Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, which recognized abortion as a constitutional right, a decision later...
Simple Explanation
The bill suggests that every January 22nd, people should remember unborn babies by lowering the flag partway down the pole. This day is special because it's when long ago a law about pregnancy was made and later changed, and the bill wants everyone to think about it.
H. RES. 240 — H. RES. 240 (EH) - Engrossed in House
March 24, 2025
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:119
Words:99
H. RES. 240 expresses the House of Representatives' deep sorrow over the death of Raúl M. Grijalva, a Representative from Arizona. It directs the Clerk to notify the Senate and send a copy of the resolutions to his family. Furthermore, it establishes that the House will...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 240 is a special message from the people in the House of Representatives who are very sad because someone named Raúl M. Grijalva, who worked with them, has died. To show how much they cared about him, they will stop working for a while and tell his family how sorry they are.
H. RES. 156 — Honoring the 25th anniversary of the partnership between Guam and the Republic of the Philippines under the State Partnership Program.
February 24, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:340
H. RES. 156 celebrates the 25th anniversary of the partnership between Guam and the Republic of the Philippines under the State Partnership Program. It acknowledges the mutual cooperation in security and training exercises that have strengthened the relationship between the...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 156 is about celebrating how Guam and the Philippines have been friends for 25 years, working together to keep their people safe. It says thank you to the Philippines for helping keep peace in their part of the world and wants them to keep being friends with others to stay strong.
H. CON. RES. 24 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I.
April 01, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:201
H. CON. RES. 24 allows Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used for a special event on June 8, 2025. The purpose of this event is to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I. Preparations for the event will be managed based on guidelines set by the...
Simple Explanation
H. CON. RES. 24 is a special plan that says a big room in the Capitol can be used for a party on June 8, 2025, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I. The people in charge will make sure everything is ready for the party, but it’s not clear who will pay for it or how other parties like this one are chosen.
H. J. RES. 79 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to Review of Final Rule Reclassification of Major Sources as Area Sources Under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act.
March 24, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:238
H. J. RES. 79 is a joint resolution from the 119th Congress that aims to disapprove a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The rule in question involves the categorization of major pollution sources as area sources under Section 112 of the Clean...
Simple Explanation
H. J. RES. 79 is a suggestion from people in Congress to stop a new plan by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that changes how we decide what counts as a big polluter of the air. If Congress agrees, then the EPA's plan would go away and would not be used anymore.
H. RES. 1172 — Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Donald M. Payne, Jr.
April 29, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:102
H. RES. 1172 honors the memory of the late Donald M. Payne, Jr., a Representative from New Jersey, who has passed away. The resolution expresses the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives and instructs the Clerk to relay this message to the Senate and send a copy to...
Simple Explanation
The House of Representatives is very sad about the passing of Donald M. Payne, Jr., a Congressman from New Jersey. They want to show respect by ending their meeting early one day and sending nice words to his family and the Senate.
H. RES. 1168 — Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as National Crime Victims Rights Week.
April 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:392
The resolution H. RES. 1168 seeks to officially designate the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week." It acknowledges the impact crime has on victims and survivors and emphasizes the need for support, services, and recognition for those affected. The...
Simple Explanation
In H. RES. 1168, they want to set a special week from April 21 to April 27, 2024, called "National Crime Victims Rights Week," to remind everyone to help and support people who have been hurt by crimes, just like giving them a big, warm hug of hope and care.
H. J. RES. 92 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency of the Department of the Treasury relating to the review of applications under the Bank Merger Act.
April 10, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:233
H. J. RES. 92 allows Congress to express its disapproval of a specific rule from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. This rule relates to the evaluation of applications under the Bank Merger Act. If approved, the resolution will nullify the rule, meaning it will...
Simple Explanation
Congress is thinking about stopping a rule about how banks can join together. Some people in Congress don't like the rule and want to make it not count anymore.
H. RES. 1363 — Honoring the life and legacy of Patrick Gottsch.
July 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:133
H. RES. 1363 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives honoring the life and legacy of Patrick Gottsch. Patrick Gottsch was the founder of Rural Media Group, Inc., which includes RFD–TV, RURAL RADIO, The Cowboy Channel, and The Cowgirl Channel. The resolution...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1363 is a special notice from Congress that says "thank you" to Patrick Gottsch for helping people who live on farms and ranches. He made TV and radio channels that talk about farm life and pets, so people all over can see and hear the cool things about living in the country.

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